Question: Describe three ways in which the Federal Reserve can change the money supply.
If the Federal Reserve is going to adjust all of these tools during an economy that is growing too quickly, what changes would they make?
If the Federal Reserve is going to adjust all of these tools during an economic recession, what changes would they make?
What changes, if any, to the current condition of these tools would you make at the next meeting of the Federal Reserve? Explain why and the benefits/drawbacks of this strategy.
Objective: Identify current trends in macro and microeconomics.
Analyze the relationship between fiscal and monetary policy in an open economy.
Critically analyze the role of government in a market economy.
Use effective communication techniques.